Trail Running calendar near Marion 2026-2027

A 5k in Valdese, NC on April 4, 2026 supporting awareness for humane treatment of incarcerated people. The course features a slope, rock stairs, a suspension bridge near 0.5 miles and an out and back on the Valdese greenway.

Experience a flat and scenic run on 100 percent dirt trails along the New River and Chestnut Creek. With distances ranging from 10k to 100k, participants enjoy an out and back course through Virginia State Park terrain.

Confront the steep, rugged loops of the Leatherwood Mountains. This trail event offers distances from 10 miles to 100 miles, each with significant elevation gain on private trails. Aid stations provide essential fuel, and the 100-miler requ..

Experience the annual Union Half Marathon and Relay across two scenic trails in Big Stone Gap. Run through historic train tunnels on a USATF certified course while supporting local cross country and youth medical research.

Experience a strenuous hike or run through Hanging Rock State Park reaching five high elevations. Choose between 5 or 11 mile routes that summit mountain peaks and explore scenic rock outcrops to support park conservation.

The Froggy Mountain Sweet Sixteen 50k presents a challenging looped course in Virginia, with 500 feet of gain per mile. Runners have 16 hours to complete the distance, supported by aid stations every mile and free on-site camping. It offers..

Experience a premier gravel cycling event through the rugged Wilson Creek Gorge and Grandfather Ranger District with scenic 58 and 85 mile routes starting in downtown Lenoir.

Run through the Appalachian legends of Southwest Virginia at the Troublesome Hollow 50K. This weekend event offers flat riverside trails, iconic swinging bridges, and a hilltop fire tower. The 50K and 25K races are the first step in the 'Fr..

Explore the waterfalls and creeks of West Virginia’s New River Gorge on a challenging 100K or 50K loop course. Choose to run solo or team up for a relay. The race supports local outdoor adventure non-profits and includes a weekend campsite.

Run the Huckleberry Jam Point-To-Point on the scenic Huckleberry Trail. Choose from an 8.1-mile or 1.75-mile point-to-point course, both finishing at the Christiansburg Rec Center. All net proceeds support the Friends of the Huckleberry Tra..

The 13th annual Grayson Highlands trail races traverse the scenic paths of Grayson Highlands State Park in Virginia. Runners can choose from four distances, each featuring significant elevation gain. All participants receive unique swag, wi..

Experience a point to point mountain race in Burnsville North Carolina featuring a summit of Mount Mitchell. Choose between 50k and 25k distances with up to 12000 feet of elevation gain across technical terrain.

Run the new Trail Days Half Marathon on the scenic Virginia Creeper Trail during the Appalachian Trail Days Festival. Enjoy a professionally timed event with a shirt and finisher award, followed by a festive afternoon in Damascus Town Park.

The ninth annual Fit Farmer 12K Trail Run takes place on the Flag Rock Area Trails in Norton. This event supports a local program that helps seniors access fresh food from the farmers market.

Tackle the scenic trails of Doe Mountain near Mountain City, Tennessee. Choose from a 50K, 25K, or 13K trail run with the chance to climb a historic fire tower for stunning three-state views. A free kids' mile makes it a family-friendly eve..

The Dam Yeti offers a 50 Miler and 55K on a point-to-point course from Abingdon, Virginia, finishing at a local brewery. A unique 25K Pepsi Challenge follows the next day. It's part of a three-race ultramarathon series through the Appalachi..

The Woodbooger 100 offers four distances from 25k to 100 miles in Norton, Virginia, across two days in June 2026. Early bird registration is available, and ultra finishers earn a distinctive buckle. The event features multiple award categor..

The Froggy Mountain 100 and 50 is a unique loop event with significant elevation gain per mile. Aid is available every loop with hot food. All finishers earn a buckle.

A three day trail running and camping getaway in the Virginia highlands. The package includes guided runs of 10 12 miles daily, campsite amenities, and a chance to unplug in the mountains. Meals and transport are self provided.

The Vertical Mile Challenge features a tough 16-mile or 8-mile course at Rocky Face Mountain. Runners complete multiple laps on a steep loop with a famous "Stairway to Heaven" climb. Awards celebrate overall and local county finishers.